July 20, 2024 Issue, Page 3 of 5

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The Elk City News SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2024 * 3 Beckham County Resource Fair Approaches By Sheryl Ponce dents will be eligible to get a ‘The Way Church will also free back-to-school haircut be giving away free school ‘The third annual Beckham by local volunteer licensed supplies for those who reg- County Resource Fair will hair stylist. ister in advance. The pickup take place Friday, July 26th, Door prizes will be given will take place July 28th, at at the Arrowhead Center. It away throughout the event, the Way Church, on Sunday will begin at 10 a.m., and end and students registered with Funday event. Pre-K through at 2 pam. According to West- Project Backpack can pick up 12th grades from Elk City or ern Oklahoma Family Care their backpacks and school Merritt School districts are Center's Executive Director, supplies. To register a stu- eligible for this free give- Liberty McArthur, there are dent, go to https://forms.gle/ away. around 50 vendors. This is YDhDjnCF9KFHuwY9 Now is the time to plan the most they have had dur- Individuals and organiza- ahead for the July 26th, Beck- ing the event. ham County Resource Fair. tions can sponsor a student Individuals and families for $40 via PayPal or by The booths and resources can visit the booths of local mailing checks to WOFCC, are increasing each year. Go resources. Each one provides 609 W. E. Ave. Elk City, find out what is available to different services and infor- OK 73644. Contact Liberty this community, as well as mation about area resources McArthur for any questions surrounding communities in Nancy Brooks, Lance Brooks, Debra Beck, Taylor Croteau, Jodi Fox, Melody Cummings, Peter Jimenez, that may help families. Stu- at [email protected]. Beckham County. Cynthia Kasper, and Justin Johnson. Western Oklahoma Literacy Event Coming to ECES By Sheryl Ponce It is an opportunity to Readers Act Overview, and collaborate with other then a lunch break. The Elk City Elementary school districts in the area ‘The next session will in- School will be the location and gain access to a vari- clude Dyslexia, Big 5 plus of the Western Oklahoma ety of literacy resources. writing, and data decisions. Literacy Event. It will take ‘The summer literacy event ‘The last session is going to place on Wed., July 3lst, starts at 9 a.m., with in- be Cross District Collab- from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. troductions, followed by orative Meetings, and then ‘The conference is a free breakout session one. Ses- the closing from 2:30 p.m. event. Although the dead- sion one choices include to 3 p.m. line to register ended July Dyslexia, Writing across This conference is com- 8th, those attending have content areas, and vocabu- pletely free and an opportu- been able to select two lary instructional routines. nity to gather information literacy sessions based on From 10:30 a.m, to 11:30 and ideas before the new the participants’ needs. a.m., the topic will be Strong school year begins. Block Party Dedicated to ECPD and ECFD By Sheryl Ponce partment and Elk City will remain open until 7 Fire Department meet p.m., so take advantage of The next Block Party and greet will be from 6 no taxes on certain items will take place Friday, p-m. to 8 p.m. and get ready for back-to- Aug. 2nd, at 5 p.m. to 9 Come out to meet these school. p.m., at The Block on 66, local first responders and Come out and enjoy which is behind the Elk give them thanks for the hearing Hunter Thomas City Chamber of Com- jobs they do for the com- and Bottom of the Bar- merce building down- munity. rel as they play through- town. The event is spon- There will be live music, out the evening. This is a sored by the Elk City food trucks, inflatables, good time to be a part of Chamber of Commerce, and a car cruise. Since the community, meet and as well as other local busi- this is also Oklahoma's greet local first respond- nesses. Tax-Free weekend, the ers, and support local The Elk City Police De- participating merchants small businesses. Providing comfort and, Supportfor End of Life cholces Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual re- sources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as cance or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the practical details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. questions regarding hospice service or eligibility, contact: Carrie Perry, RN/ Adminsistrator Pat Welsh, RN/ Coordinator of Patient Care Some of the most common conditions are: * Cancer ° Failure to Thrive * End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) + End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) * End Stage Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) * End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) * End Stage Liver Disease * End Stage Renal Disease * AIDS/HIV * End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer’s carrte Perry, RN Professional, Passionate Advance, Attentive... Our Difference Is Our Care Haye you ever considered becoming a hospice volunteer? Chamber Welcomes Mother’s A fulfilling experience in the spirit Apothecary with Ribbon Cutting of giving and receiving. The Elk City Chamber of also have snacks, eco-friendly tomers. They are welcome to household goods, natural per- Commerce held a ribbon cut- answer any questions about ting for Mother's Apothecary, sonal products, canna-merch, their products by calling 580- located at 1701 S. Pioneer, in paraphernalia, Kratom, CBD, 225-9333. Their hours are Elk City. They have a selection pet products and more. Monday through Saturday of loose leaf herbs, flowers, Their goal is to provide more from 10 am. to 7 p.m. and mushrooms, and roots. They natural options for their cus- Sun. from noon to 4 p.m.